Analyst, Sports Inventory

The Inventory Analyst will be responsible for tracking commercial inventory, coordinating internal sales processes with Sales ASR & Sales Planners and work closely with Planning in supporting the Ad Sales Strategic Planning Group.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Track and report on media inventory across NBC, Golf Channel, USA, CNBC, Telemundo and Universo. Sports could include Golf, NBA, B1G & ND Football, College Basketball, NASCAR, Premier League, US Soccer, Chivas, as well as other Tentpole Sports (Olympics, World Cup, etc).
• Assist Inventory Managers with strategically maximizing revenue through inventory utilization including evaluating linear stewardship
• Manage effects of programming changes, including deal changes and shifts through systems approval queue
• Create and maintain selling names and syncing b/t logs and sales plan building system
• Interact and communicate effectively with multiple teams - Account Services, Account Management, Sales, Planning, Operations, Marketing and Programming departments
• Ensure that all deals that are guaranteed together are reflected accordingly within NBC’s systems
• Maintain and manage reports for Sales and Planning on a routine and ad hoc basis
• On an as-needed basis, project-based work (systems and process improvement) to support department Directors and VP
• Routine meetings with Manager to discuss pending issues, resolve problems, and forecast inventory
• Keep abreast of industry news via trades to increase and strengthen knowledge of Ad Sales and get a general/broad understanding of industry, including relevant sports properties.
• Four year degree or equivalent experience
• 1+ year Sales Planner OR 2+ years of Sales Assistant experience in media ad sales – Sports experience is a plus
• Expert understanding of Media Math
• Strong Analytical problem solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, , PowerPoint)

Eligibility Requirements

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV through www.nbcunicareers.com to be considered
• Willingness to travel and work overtime, and on weekends with short notice
• Must be willing to work in New York, NY
• Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be 18 years or older

Desired Characteristics

• Prior experience in Sales, Planning or Commercial Operations with a career interest in Strategic Planning
• Excellent computer skills, demonstrated analytical ability and organizational/project management skills
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel (Intermediate Level)
• Working knowledge of On-Air
• Proven ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and proven ability to communicate/negotiate effectively with all levels within the organization (Customer Service Oriented)
• Proven ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, deadline-driven media environment

Additional Requirements

This position currently has a hybrid schedule, which requires contributing from the office a minimum of four days per week. The Company reserves the right to change in-office requirements at any time.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website.

Salary Range: $70,000 - $75,000

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision.

NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.